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True or False:
Thanksgiving Day is celebrated in Canada.
True
This classic cookbook had a reboot in 2019. (Hint Thanksgiving is a "Joy"ful celebration
The Joy of Cooking
This M. Night Shyamalan movie, is about a 1800s village, where the rules are not to go past the village edge or they would be devoured by monsters. There is a twist ending!
The Village
Who sings the song "Thank You, Next," which appears on the 2019 critically and commercially album of the same name?
Ariana Grande
What is the title of Queens Library system-wide theme, concerning kindness during the holiday season?
It's Time for Kind
What major marathon happens during the 1st Sunday of November, in NYC? [Hint: You go through all 5 boroughs]
New York Marathon
Charlie Brown has had two Thanksgiving specials, but originally started as a comics. What was the comics called?
Peanuts
This 2005 movie by Terrence Malick is about Pocahontas, and her relationships with both John Smith and John Rolfe. [Hint: The title is a reference to what the Americas were often referred to, when it was being colonized]
The New World
From their White Blood Cells album, what band released the song "Dead Leaves and The Dirty Ground" in 2001?
[Hint: The band name has the same color in their name as the album mentioned above.]
The White Stripes
In the fall, the breakdown of what causes leaves to change colors?
Chlorophyll
What is the name of the Native American, who is known for helping to broker peace between the Pilgrims and local tribes?
Squanto
In the Hunger Games trilogy, what is the name of the site where tributes can get supplies and weapons? [Hint: The answer is the same as one listed in the first round]
Cornucopia
Which Netflix movie is being released in theatres on November 1st, before streaming on Thanksgiving Eve?
[Hint: It stars Robert DeNiro, Joe, Pesci, and Al Pachino, with Martin Scorsese directing]
The Irishman
This rock and is called Fall _____ ______. They are known for the songs "Sugar We're Going Down Swinging" and "Dance, Dance."
Fall Out Boy
According to Greek Mythology, this goddess' return to Hades and the Underworld brings about the fall season
Persephone
Fill in the blank:
The ________ Trials began on November 20th, 1945
[Hint: It is related to World War II]
The Nuremburg Trials
This famous cookbook author has also been to jail for tax evasion.
Martha Stewart
This satirical comedy is about a cigarette spokesman, who wrestles his work persona with his hope to be a positive role model for his son. It is called Thank You for _____.
Smoking
Which 2019 Tony award-winning play is about Hades and the various seasonal returns of his wife, as well as Eurydice and Orpheus' love story?
Hadestown
The Turkey _____ is an annual footrace held across the country, usually on or around Thanksgiving.
Trot
What controversial war was supposed to end around Thanksgiving, according to a famous general? (Hint: "MAC" and cheese)
Korean War
What cozy mystery writer wrote a Turkey Day murder? (Hint: This particular book is the 7th in the series)
Leslie Meier
Which awards ceremony happens in November, and covers movies, TV, music, and digital format? The winners are based on votes from the general public.
People's Choice Awards
Which music awards ceremony is normally held in November? [Hint: The awards are for a specific genre, and Carrie Underwood has often been a presenter]
CMA Awards [Country Music Association]
The Museum of Modern Art opened in November of what year?
1929